Summary
This individual is a seasoned aquatics worker. Has an understanding of a high functioning aquatic department and able to perform various responsibilities in and around pool area.
Qualifications
Must have previous lifeguarding experience
Current American Red Cross PR/CPR, AED, and First Aid Certified. Training provided by the city of Bentonville if needed
Current American Red Cross Lifeguarding Certification. Training provided by the city of Bentonville if needed Duties and Responsibilities
Identify potential accident hazards
Remain alert and prevent accidents
Enforce pool rules to all participants
Carry a positive attitude toward all job responsibilities
Handle disciplinary situations with courtesy and fairness
Addressing customer service concerns and issues
Being on time for your schedule shift
Respond quickly to the level of your training and emergency action plan
Remain physically able to demonstrate and perform rescues and lifesaving skills
Able to meet in-service requirements monthly
Ability to find qualified substitute for yourself in time of need
Notifying manager of broken or unsafe equipment
Daily chemical testing and participant head count when needed
Able to perform all aquatic duties; roving, climbing into guard chair, sitting in rescue ready position, and overall cleanliness of pool area.
Take hourly head counts, journal them, transfer them to excel documents on a daily, weekly, monthly basis
Run daily chemical checks and log them
Evaluate any potential hazards and either remove them or report them to the proper supervisor to care for the situation
Able to help with aquatic event set up and tear down
Needs to be recue ready at all times; equipped with rescue equipment, staff uniform, and whistle while on duty.
Able to work flexible hours
Responsible in keeping all certifications (PR/CPR, AED, First Aid, and Lifeguarding) up to date to preform your job responsibilities.
Be willing to be active in other Parks and Recreation responsibilities to help us reach our overall mission.
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